Surviving Dinner – Sausage, Bean, & Spinach Soup with Orzo

Lots of recipes claim they can be cooked in 20 minutes or less. Some nights are so busy, even that’s too long. “Surviving Dinner” is a series that is not about good wifeing, mothering, or cooking. It’s about surviving. It’s for those nights when you’re tempted to write “fast food” on the menu, but cooking at home will save you a few dollars, a few hundred calories, and loads of mommy-guilt. Recipes found here can be cooked quickly and have minimal prep and clean-up. Some may require a little pre-planning, but many won’t.

In case it comes up at your next Family Trivia Night, let it be known that my favorite pasta is orzo. Here is a quick, easy, and not-unhealthy soup for a filling meal!

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